Abstract

Arka Kalpana is included one among the Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana in Arka Prakasha. Karnasravahara Arka was prepared adopting the standard procedures wherein 60% of yield was obtained which is in line with descriptions of authoritative books. It was clear transparent liquid with characteristic odor and taste of the ingredients Amra, Jambu, Vata and Madhuka. Its pH was 3.53 with specific gravity of 1.34 and total solid substances- 0.1. The organoleptic and physicochemical properties of Karnasravahara Arka generated in this work can be considered as preliminary standards for the formulation.